amniotic band

amniotic band
amniotic band n strands of amniotic tissue that are formed by premature rupture of the amnion and that become entangled esp. in the extremities of the developing fetus often limiting growth and resulting in various physical abnormalities (as limb or digit distortion or amputation)

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an abnormal fibrous band passing from a fetus to the amnion. See also amniotic band syndrome, under syndrome.

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